Payroll Consultant

Whizants (Pty) Ltd.; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

Whizants (Pty) Ltd. is seeking a Payroll Consultant to manage payroll processing and ensure compliance with South African legislation. You'll handle end-to-end payroll functions, maintain employee data integrity, and respond to queries. A Diploma or Degree in Finance or related field and 3-5 years of relevant experience are required. Familiarity with payroll systems like Sage and VIP is essential. This role offers an excellent opportunity to improve payroll processes while supporting employees throughout their payroll experience.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience in payroll administration or consulting.
• Strong understanding of South African payroll legislation.

Responsibilities

• Execute end-to-end payroll processing (monthly/weekly).
• Ensure compliance with PAYE, UIF, SDL legislation.
• Perform payroll reconciliations with SARS and third-party payments.
• Respond to payroll-related queries from employees.
• Support payroll-related system implementations.

Skills

Payroll Administration

Compliance with South African legislation

Data Management

Problem-Solving

Education

Diploma or Degree in Finance, Payroll, HR, or related field

Tools

Sage

VIP

Workday

Job description

Role Overview:

Our client is looking for a consultant to manage and oversee accurate and compliant payroll processing, ensuring employees are paid correctly and on time while maintaining adherence to statutory requirements and organisational policies.

Minimum Requirements:

• Diploma or Degree in Finance, Payroll, HR, or related field
• 3–5 years’ experience in payroll administration or consulting
• Experience with payroll systems (e.g. Sage, VIP, Workday)
• Strong understanding of South African payroll legislation

Key Responsibilities:

1. Payroll Processing & Administration

• Execute end-to-end payroll processing (monthly/weekly)
• Ensure accurate calculation of salaries, overtime, deductions, and benefits
• Maintain payroll records and employee data integrity

2. Compliance & Statutory Reporting

• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation (e.g. PAYE, UIF, SDL)
• Prepare and submit statutory returns and reports within deadlines
• Stay updated on changes in payroll legislation and tax requirements

3. Data Management & Reconciliations

• Perform payroll reconciliations (e.g. SARS, third-party payments, benefits)
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies or payroll queries
• Maintain accurate audit trails and documentation

4. Employee Support & Queries

• Respond to payroll-related queries from employees and management
• Provide clear explanations of payslips, deductions, and tax calculations
• Support onboarding and offboarding processes (e.g. final payments)

5. Systems & Process Improvement

• Support payroll-related system implementations or enhancements
• Maintain and optimise payroll systems (e.g. Workday, Sage, VIP)
• Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes and controls

Key Interfaces:

• HR Business Partners
• Finance and Accounting Teams
• Line Managers and Employees
• External stakeholders (e.g. SARS, auditors, benefit providers)